Welcome to the Patty Turner Center

Monday evening classes
7-8:30 pm . . . $12/class
Registration Hotline: 847-543-6507
In order to understand the unique and complex men who have served as President, we first have to understand the intriguing and unexpected life events that shaped them
4171 CDIS 73-002: Harry Truman (9/26)
4172 CDIS 73-003: Dwight D. Eisenhower (10/10)
4173 CDIS 73-004: John F. Kennedy (10/17)
4174 CDIS 73-005: Lyndon B. Johnson (11/7)

World-class comic, author of more than 50 books, composer of thousands of songs, actor,
activitst, philosopher, and genius behind late night talk shows.
4175 CDIS 73-006: Steve Allen/The 1st Tonight (11/21)

Was the real inspiration for "The Fugitive" a murderer or a victim? This case riveted the
nation and changed the law.
4176 CDIS 73-007: Sam Shepard (12/5)

This active, involved group of members meets each Tuesday morning at 8:45 am. to hear a variety of speakers and to keep attuned to what is going on in their community. Ladies are always welcome to attend these meetings!

Nov. 01 Art Shay        Stories & Photos
Nov. 08 Dr. James Dowd  The Vitamin D Cure
Nov. 15 Professor Carrie Nordlund  The Tea Party and their Influence on Speaker Boeehner and the House sponsored by  Wealshire

Nov. 22 Robert Fincutter   Climbing Colorado's 14ers
Nov. 29 Brian Fox-Steamboatin Down the River with Mark Twain

Dec. 06 Myra Loris           The 1950s — Part I
Dec. 13 Jim Kendros        Handle on Handel's Messiah
Sponsor: Pathway Senior Living
Dec. 20 Barry Bradford    Which President Killed A Man and Other Fascinating Facts

Dec 27  Men's Holiday Social Gathering

In this coed book group, one book is chosen for an entire month. Everyone reads it at the same time and meets to discuss it in sections. Selections are noted below.

September: Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
by Jonathan Safran Foer
Choice of Deerfield's One Book, One Zip Code
October: The Razor's Edge
by W. Somerset Maugham
November: A Thread of Sky
by Deanna Fei
December: Julie and Romeo
by Jeanne Ray
Fridays @ 10:30 am
Barry Bradford, Facilitator
Free but registration required

Everyday Gourmet
Eat Well—Live Well
Jennifer Noone, a local resident since 1973, a U of I graduate in Foods & Nutrition, a 3-year employee of the Entertaining Company Catering Firm, an assistant manager at Foodstuff's (Glencoe), and a Food Network interviewee, has a real passion for
food! She'll share ways to eat and entertain like a king on a shoestring budget.
$35/class ... $120/any four classes Odd # classes: 1:00-3:00 pm
Even # classes: 7:00-9:00 pm
Instructor: Jennifer Noone

Contemporary American Classics
#07 & #08: Pizza, Pizza (Mon., 10/3)
This class concentrates on the tale of two pizzas—New York Style Thin Crust and Chicago Style Pan Pizza. We will learn how to develop the two very different crusts in order to make pizzas that rival the pizza joints in NYC and Lou Malnati's down the
street! Your family will beg you to make these!

#09 & #10: Steak House at Your House (Mon., 10/17)
Learn how to choose the right cut of meat for the perfect steak house experience right in your own home. We will learn various grilling techniques, ways to test for doneness, tips for the juiciest steak for your dollar, and how grades of meat differ. We will learn that Ultimate Creamed Spinach, Colossal Twice Baked Potatoes, and Sautéed Mushroom
Medley Spiked with Butter and Cognac are must have sides!

#11 & #12: Soup's On (Tues., 10/18)
There is nothing like the aroma of a big pot of soup simmering away on a cool fall day! Learn the basics of making homemade chicken and beef stock and some short cuts to "doctor" canned broth to mimic the all-day process. Chinese Velvet Chicken Corn
Soup, Manhattan Style Red Clam Chowder, and Best Ever Chili Con Carne will be demonstrated. Sure to warm the soul!

#13 & #14: Art of the Braise (Thurs., 11/3)
Session #14 will be held at the JPCC Kitchen Learn how to fill your home with savory aromas of succulent Beef Short Ribs in A Red Wine Reduction, braising in your oven as you tend to your day's business. We will discover the benefits of this slow, moist heat method of cooking which produces intense flavors you never dreamed possible for so
little effort! Braised French Lentils with Carrots & Celery, perfect as a side dish or as an elegant bed for Pan Roasted Salmon. Hot & Crusty Popovers will be demonstrated, a perfect accompaniment to dip in the delicious braising sauce.

#15 & #16: Gobble, Gobble (Mon., 11/14)
Whether it's your year to host or you are just a guest, this class is a must have to boost confidence for that big day! Get a new angle on Thanksgiving side dishes such as Warm Roasted Autumn Harvest Salad, Sausage/Apple/Cranberry Stuffing, and an updated version o f New Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Shallots. The finale will be how to make fool proof gravy, without the jar! Turkey do's and don'ts will be discussed so that there will be no need for the Butterball Hotline!

Passport to Flavor
#17 & #18: Jewish Cookery (Mon., 9/12)
Learn how to braid a six-strand Challah for Sabbath. The woven, knobby shape of the braid is meant to reflect the forever winding and sometimes bumpy road of life. This dough is very versatile and can be used to bake Brie En Croute as well. Kreplach like
Grandma made (or not!) will also be demonstrated. Potato Latkes will also be made ... served with traditional applesauce and sour cream, of course!

#19 & #20: Curry in a Hurry (Tues., 10/4)
Contrary to popular belief, all curries are not "hot." Learn how to make speedy yet satisfying curry dishes from three different parts of the globe. Thai Green Curry, Indian Curry Masala, and surprisingly kid-friendly Japanese Curry will all be
demonstrated. These curries are all found at the local grocery store and take less than 30 minutes toprepare, no kidding! Add your favorite protein and veggies to each and pair them with brown or white rice and you have a healthy yet "flavor-sational" meal to end the monotony.

 #21 & #22: Asian Noodles (Mon., 11/7)
Noodles—the Asian symbol for long life—will be celebrated here! Learn how to cook with fresh cut egg noodles for authentic Chicken & Vegetable Chow Mein. We will also explore and learn about the popular Korean cellophane noodle dish Chap Chae, a stir-fried clear noodle dish with healthy vegetables and tasty grilled meat. Quick and easy Japanese
Udon Noodle Soup will also be prepared.

#23 & #24: Holiday Tapas Party (Mon., 12/12)
Bring the little plates of Spain to your next holiday party for a refreshingly fun and stylish fete! Savory Chorizo Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon with Red Pepper Remoulade, classic Warm Spanish Goat Cheese & Tomato Sauce with Crostini, and popular
Potato Salad with Garlic Aioli will be demonstrated.
Pass the Sangria!

Dynamic speaker, respected activist, and former national Teacher of the Year, Barry Bradford's classes cover a dizzying array of topics—history, psychology, theater, movies & books— all fascinating, funny, fast-paced and filled with many little known facts and sometimes, fascinating conclusions.
Mondays @ 12:30 pm
$5M/8NM
SEPTEMBER — Presidential Psychobiographies Our most popular series returns with new faces! Here is a  fascinating and thoughtful look at the people and events that shaped the minds of the men who would be President. Each presentation includes little known anecdotes, video footage and astute analysis of the backgrounds of these men.
Sect. #01: Andrew Jackson —
The People's President (9/12)
Sect. #02: Grover Cleveland —
An Honest President (9/19)
Sect. #03: Jimmy Carter —
The Moralist as President (9/26)
OCTOBER — What Really Happened?
Many historical events are famous, but the details are often fuzzy. Come and learn what really happened! Mr. Bradford will make these events come alive in a way that may challenge what you think you know!

 Sect. #04: The Alamo 10/3

Sect. #05: The History of Columbus (10/10)
Sect. #06: The Women's Suffrage Movement (10/17)
Sect. #07: Kent State (10/24)
 Sect. #08: The History of Hallow'en (10/31)
NOVEMBER — The Murder of JFK
The assassination of President Kennedy is a topic that continues to fascinate Americans. Was JFK killed by the Mob? Communists? Racists? Rogue CIA officers? Each week, we will examine one aspect of this fascinating story.
 Sect. #09: Jack Ruby — Did the Secret Die with Him? (11/07)
 Sect. #10: Dorothy Killgallen — Did the Secret Die with Her? (11/14)
Sect. #11: Lee Harvey Oswald — Did the Secret Die with Him? (11/21)
 Sect. #12: Who Killed JFK? (11/28)
DECEMBER — Looking Back, Looking Ahead
As the 2011 year ends, we will look at the stories which have fascinated us and look ahead to 2012!
Sect. #13: The Men and Women Who Would Be
President/Sizing Up the GOP Field on the Brink of the New Hampshire Primary (12/05)
Sect. #14: The Top Ten Stories of 2011 and The Top Ten Stories of 2012 (12/12

Open Poker ~ Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 12-3 pm

These "members only" sessions are or players who enjoy competitive but relaxed games.

Pauper Poker ~ 2nd Friday @ 1-4 pm

These sessions are for the more serious poker players. Tables are prearranged. Contact Ed Szyman at 847-945-2607 if you are interested in joining the group.

Thurs.—7-11 pm—Morrison

$9/session/M ... $10/session/NM

These games for the serious player are sanctioned by the ACBL (American Contract Bridge League). Games are held weekly.

12:00-4:00 pm

These increasingly popular sessions for MEMBERS ONLY are informal. Attention players: please bring your own Mah Jongg sets.

Thurs., September 1   "Salt" — PG13
Thurs., September 8   "Never Let Me Go" — PG13
Thurs., September 15  "The Switch" — PG13
Thurs., September 22   "The Company Men" — R
Thurs., September 29   "Arranged" — NR

Thurs., September 29   "Gulliver's Travels" — PG
Thurs., October 6         "True Grit" — PG13
Thurs., October 13       "Source Code" — PG13
Thurs., October 20       "Unknown" — PG13
Thurs., October 27       "The Lincoln Lawyer" — R
Thurs., November 3      "Win, Win" — R
Thurs., November 17    "Midnight in Paris" — PG13

This list is tentative. Please contact the PTC for listing updates and December movies information.

The first in a series of four beginning bridge sessions beginning this fall, is based on Audrey Grant's "Bidding in the 21st Century—Club Series." This class will be followed seasonally by sessions devoted  to the "Play of the Hand," "Defense," and "Commonly
Used Conventions." By the time you complete the sequence, you will have developed a solid bridge basic skill set. Our Supervised Play classes help to develop confidence in your newly acquired skills as you play bridge under the guidance of our "Answer
Man"—Al Glick in a supervised play environment.
Club Series
Thurs., 9/8-11/3 (8) .. $72M/87NM
Supervised Session
 Thurs., 11/10-12/15 (5) .. 45M/60NM
No classes on 9/29 & 11/24
9-11 am
Instructor: Al Glick

2011 Dates:

June 16-17

September 15-16  ~ November 10-11

$12/AARP member ... $14/nonmember

Check to AARP is your course reservation

Learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws, rules of the road, and much more in this 8-hour course. Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to this course's graduates. Please consult your insurance agent.

This is the name of a briefing book and a Foreign Policy Association program which engages adults in learning about our world. It encourages debate and discussion of important global issues. In 2011, the focus will be on eight issues of concern to U.S. policymakers today: Rebuilding Haiti, U.S. National Security, Horn of Africa, Responding to the Financial Crisis, Germany Ascendant, Sanctions and Nonproliferation, The Caucus, and Global Goverance.

Check calendars for dates.

Open Mah Jongg 
Every Monday & Friday
12-4 pm

These increasingly popular sessions for MEMBERS ONLY are informal. Attention players: please bring your own Mah Jongg sets.

Check to AARP is your course reservation

Learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws, rules of the road, and much more in this 8-hour course. Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to this course's graduates. Please consult your insurance agent.

This all ukulele & singing band presents toe-tapping programs of Hawaiian oldies, goldies, show tunes, and a variety of songs to delight the most discerning audience. For 14 years, they have entertained up and down the North Shore — women's clubs, business and community groups, retirement communities, nursing homes, and private parties. New members need to register for mandatory lessons prior to joining this group.

Instructor: Lois Pitler 
Free
Members ONLY!

If you already know the basics of knitting or are an experienced knitter, bring your knitting project and we'll help each other become more proficient knitters. This is an opportunity to share patterns, learn new skills, make new friends and, of course, knit! Needle pointers and crocheters are also welcomed!